Poquet Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Hackensack. DNR lake ID 11038100.
Poquet Lake is a 144.7-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Hackensack. Its deepest point reaches 19 ft, and about 66% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 12.1 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 11038100 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Hackensack |
| Surface area | 144.7 acres |
| Maximum depth | 19 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 66% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 12.1 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 12.1 ft.
Fishing on Poquet Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1992 (34 years ago). Catch per net is compared with the DNR’s typical range for lakes of the same type.
| Species | Net | Catch per net | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | gill | 0.25 | 0.5 to 3.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 14.0 | 4.5 to 11.3 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.1 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 10.25 | 2.5 to 24.8 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 1.3 | 0.5 to 5.3 |
| Black crappie | gill | 3.25 | 1.0 to 11.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.5 | 1.2 to 4.8 |
| Bluegill | gill | 1.75 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 27.9 | 4.9 to 49.8 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.25 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 4.6 | 1.7 to 10.3 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.3 | 0.3 to 3.8 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.1 | n/a |
Walleye catch was below the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Fishing regulations
No lake-specific regulation found in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
Not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means no confirmed listing, not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Public boat access
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Pleasant Lake 1.5 mi, Cass County
- Boss Lake 1.8 mi, Cass County
- Fish Lake 2.1 mi, Cass County
- Birch Lake 2.5 mi, Cass County
- Long Lake 2.6 mi, Cass County
- Pickerel Lake 2.9 mi, Cass County
- Beuber Lake 3.2 mi, Cass County
- Stony Lake 3.5 mi, Cass County
Questions about Poquet Lake
How deep is Poquet Lake?
Poquet Lake reaches a maximum depth of 19 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 66% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Poquet Lake?
Poquet Lake covers about 144.7 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Poquet Lake?
Summer water clarity on Poquet Lake averages 12.1 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Poquet Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Poquet Lake is not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means there is no confirmed listing; it is not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Are there lake homes for sale on Poquet Lake?
Homes on Poquet Lake come up for sale throughout the year, and some sell before they’re ever publicly advertised. Tell us what you’re looking for and our agents will run a custom search and send you matching homes on Poquet Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Poquet Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 66% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 12.1 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Poquet Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Poquet Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Poquet Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Cass County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 1992), DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026), Minnesota Rules 6264.0400 (April 2026), MPCA monitoring via the Water Quality Portal, DNR water access records (2023), LAGOS-US. Lakewide information from public data; it does not describe any specific property. Verify shoreline, bottom type, and depth at any frontage.